rmm17 Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I'm not sure i'm getting the full story from my mom b/c i wasnt there when the doctors talked to her. Maybe you guys can help me decipher. She started chemo--a med. that started with a C and one with an E? Then in 21-28 days she starts radiation 2x a day, but she didnt say how long. And What are considered "rounds" and what are "cycles" and "doses". This is all confusing to me. I want to make sure she gets better as quick as possible. Does this make sense to anyone who could maybe explain whats going on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Too bad you are not able to go to the doctors with your Mom, it would help you. I think Joannie has had a a treatment like your Mom. Read her reply to your last post "Limited Small Cell" Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmm17 Posted September 15, 2005 Author Share Posted September 15, 2005 thanks for all your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darci Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 We have the same problems with getting limited, somewhat confusing information. Perhaps your mom could take a tape recorder with her to the appointments if someone is not able to be with her and take good notes. We have been trying really hard to make arrangements for a family member to go to the appointments with my FIL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy B Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 I have limited sclc. My chemo meds were Carboplatin and Etoposide (VP16). The other "c" is possibly cisplatin. I had 4 cycles; chemo for 3 days then off for 21 days, then 3 days chemo, off for 21 days, etc. I had surgery so did not have lung radiation. Hope this helps. Nancy B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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